1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 44 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, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 184 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Focus |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
