1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 9 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Zodiac | TF |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
