1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 44 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 745 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Zodiac has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Zodiac will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Territory |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
