2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1970 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 25 kg more than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Zephyr. (154 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1970 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Fiorino | Zephyr |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2930 mm |