1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 36 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |
