1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 27 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Celica |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |