1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 41 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Zephyr | Korando |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
