1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Toyota Starlet 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 2 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1998 Toyota Starlet, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Starlet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |