1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 32 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), 2001 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 302 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster.
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, 2001 Opel Speedster (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Zephyr | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 52 L |
