1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1964 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
