1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 1990 Honda Integra is newer by 24 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 136 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra.
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, 1990 Honda Integra, 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, 1990 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 1990 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Integra |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |