1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1959 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 542 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Zodiac | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |