1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1967 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Zephyr | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zephyr | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2470 mm |
