1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 151 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1970 Opel Record | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zephyr | Record |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |