1983 Ford Capri vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 17 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. 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, 1966 Ford Zephyr (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
