1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |