1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 39 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 8 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Zodiac | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
