1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 17 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Zodiac | 2000 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |