1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | MR2 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |