1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 45 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zodiac | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
