1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1966 Fiat Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 38 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat Coupe | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |