1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 21 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 8 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 375 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zodiac | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
