1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 16 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 24 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 372 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Zodiac | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
