1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1971 Ford Zephyr is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. 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, 1971 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zephyr | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2410 mm |
