2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1955 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1077 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1955 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
