1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 48 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zephyr | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |