1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 is newer by 36 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, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 244 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.
Because 1960 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Zodiac | 800 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |