1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 35 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life 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 (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Life |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
