1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 44 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Zephyr | Croma |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
