1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (50 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1967 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 1967 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Roomster, 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 Skoda Roomster (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Zephyr | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
