1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Tata E
To start off, 2000 Tata E is newer by 31 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata E weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Tata E | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Zephyr | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
