1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 24 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 32 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7.
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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Zodiac | TR7 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2170 mm |