1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 49 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 361 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, 2010 Mazda 5, 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zodiac | 5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
