1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 202 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 309, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Zodiac | 309 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
