1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 37 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, 1962 Ford Zephyr (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 389 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Zephyr | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Life |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |