1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 19 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) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 346 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zodiac | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
