2006 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 47 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, 2006 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
