2007 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 47 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, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1960 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
