1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 45 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 232 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Honda Z | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zodiac | Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |