1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 179 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 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Zodiac | Forester |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
