1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 48 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 983 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 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Territory |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
