1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1966 Triumph GT6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Zodiac | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
