1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 310 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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 Toyota iQ, 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, 2012 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | iQ |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2000 mm |