1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 50 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 747 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Zephyr | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
