1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 55 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, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Zephyr | Strada |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
