1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 312 kg more than 1965 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zephyr | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Zephyr | Sportage |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |