1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 49 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, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 94 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 2009 Lada Niva 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, 2009 Lada Niva 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Ford | Lada |
Model | Zodiac | Niva |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |