1973 Triumph 1500 vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 305 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph 1500 | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
