1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1967 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1967 Ford Anglia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 455 kg more than 1967 Ford Anglia. 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1967 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zodiac | Anglia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |