1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 39 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 29 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Today |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |