1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 145 kg more than 1955 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Quattro | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
