1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1963 Ford Zodiac is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Zodiac (108 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
