1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 6 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | GT | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
