1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1999 Kia Elan
To start off, 1999 Kia Elan is newer by 39 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, 1999 Kia Elan (149 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Elan should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 123 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan.
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, 1999 Kia Elan, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1999 Kia Elan | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Zodiac | Elan |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |