1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1961 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zodiac | Accord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
