1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 21 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1966 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Graduate | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
