1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 13 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, 1972 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Vega | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Vega | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |