1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 479 kg more than 1961 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fairlane | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |