1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | RunX |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |