1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 152 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi Coupe | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |