1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 141 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Zephyr | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zephyr | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
