1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 11 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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 Toyota Celica, 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Celica |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |