2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 427 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Terios | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |