2012 Toyota Avalon vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Avalon | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Avalon | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
