2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1964 Ford Zodiac (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Yaris | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |