1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1961 Ford Zodiac is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (92 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1961 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Zodiac | P4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |