1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, 1976 Morgan 4 is newer by 16 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, 1976 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 525 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4.
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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Zodiac | 4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |