1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 40 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, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zodiac | Civic |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |