1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (105 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 54 kg more 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 Civic, 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 Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zephyr | Civic |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2690 mm |