1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit, 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Fit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
