1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1967 Triumph GT6 is newer by 10 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, 1967 Triumph GT6 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 334 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Zodiac | GT6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |