1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 42 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zodiac | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
