1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 40 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 581 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Zodiac | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
