1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 931 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 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | Pickup |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |