1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 41 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra.
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, 1998 Opel Astra, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1998 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zodiac | Astra |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |