1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 53 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz 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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
