1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 696 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1768 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
