1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 1997 Rover 600 is newer by 37 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, 1997 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 600 weights approximately 69 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, 1997 Rover 600, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1997 Rover 600 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Zodiac | 600 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |