1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 121 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra.
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 Nissan Micra, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zephyr | Micra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |