1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
