1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1970 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 546 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | Sunny |
Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |