2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 35 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (113 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 115 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Centauri | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2940 mm |
