1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Zodiac | Elise |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
