1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 46 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 300 kg more than 1955 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr. 2001 Ford Econovan has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Econovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Zephyr | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zephyr | Econovan |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |