1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 131 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Zodiac | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
