1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 48 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, 1955 Ford Zephyr (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Life |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
