2007 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 48 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Terios | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 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 | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
