1966 Alvis TF vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1966 Alvis TF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
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, 1966 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alvis TF | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Alvis | Ford |
| Model | TF | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
