1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 1962 Renault Caravelle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 432 kg more than 1962 Renault Caravelle. 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Zodiac | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |