1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 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, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2000 Toyota Yaris, 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 2000 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Yaris |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 87 L |