1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 15 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, 1973 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 272 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Zodiac | GT6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2120 mm |