1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Because 1955 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Zephyr | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Prelude |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |