1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 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 8 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra, 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Zodiac | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
