1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1966 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 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 47 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Publica |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |