1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 221 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Zodiac | 4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |