1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 884 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 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3050 mm |
