1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 468 kg more than 1964 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Opel Corsa, 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, 1964 Ford Zephyr (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zephyr | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Zephyr | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
