1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, both 1966 Ford Zephyr and 1966 Wartburg 353 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (88 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353, 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Ford | Wartburg |
Model | Zephyr | 353 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |