1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 1991 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 28 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 19 more horse power than 1991 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Honda Concerto. 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, 1991 Honda Concerto, 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 1991 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zodiac | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
