2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 37 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 145 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Centauri | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
