1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 56 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz.
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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
