1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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, 2009 Toyota iQ, 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | iQ |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |