1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 51 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, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Zephyr | Strada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2718 mm |