1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 19 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 (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 345 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. 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 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Zephyr | L |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |