1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 47 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, 2007 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 120 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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Focus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
