1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zodiac | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
