1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 83 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2000 Ford Puma | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zodiac | Puma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |