1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 474 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zodiac | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
