1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 35 kg more than 1964 Ford Zephyr.
Because 2001 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1964 Ford Zephyr (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zephyr | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Zephyr | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
