1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20.
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 Hyundai i20, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Zephyr | i20 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2525 mm |