1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 292 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1956 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1986 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zodiac | Civic |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |