1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 33 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude, 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Prelude |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |