1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1973 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 525 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zodiac | Civic |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
