1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Lantra 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 Hyundai Lantra (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Lantra.
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 Hyundai Lantra, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Zephyr | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
