1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Accord |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |