1971 Chrysler Centura vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Centura is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Centura (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Centura | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
