1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 (180 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Civic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |