1970 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 521 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Consorte | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Consorte | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
