1977 AMC Matador vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1977 AMC Matador is newer by 17 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 670 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1977 AMC Matador | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Matador | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4982 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 50 L |