1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 90 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Zephyr | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2700 mm |
