1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 53 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 871 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 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zodiac | CX-09 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5108 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1728 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |