1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 14 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 4 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 256 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1973 Honda 145 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | 145 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |