1995 Fiat Bravo vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 35 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 21 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Bravo | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Bravo | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1893 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |