1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 264 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.
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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Avensis |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |