1964 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 48 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Zodiac | Strada |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
