1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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, 1995 Honda Accord (136 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 48 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord.
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, 1995 Honda Accord, 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 (187 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 184 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |