1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1966 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, both 1966 Ford Zephyr and 1966 Plymouth Valiant were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Plymouth Valiant (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1966 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Zephyr | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
