1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 49 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 4 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 183 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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 @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zodiac | Touran |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
