1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 46 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 278 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, 2006 Nissan Altima, 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | Altima |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |