1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 706 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Zephyr | Musso |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |