1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1970 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1970 Ford Zephyr is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 130 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1970 Ford Zephyr (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1970 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
Model | 100 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2930 mm |