1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 44 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 229 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 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Zodiac | 166 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
