1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 52 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Zephyr | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |
