1965 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 470 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 1965 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 1965 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |