2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Because 1968 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lacetti | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
