1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1970 Seat 1500
To start off, 1970 Seat 1500 is newer by 14 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 5 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 32 kg more than 1970 Seat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 1970 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Zodiac | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
