1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 1999 Kia Elan
To start off, 1999 Kia Elan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Elan (149 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Elan should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 77 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Elan, 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, 1999 Kia Elan (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zephyr | 1999 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Zephyr | Elan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |
