1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 395 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Zephyr (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zephyr | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
