1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 47 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 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 824 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Zephyr | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
