1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 41 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 91 kg more than 2002 MG TF.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Zodiac | TF |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
