2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1962 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1962 Ford Zephyr (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1962 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
