1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1990 Toyota Starlet is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2310 mm |
