1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 1987 Toyota Century is newer by 31 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Century weights approximately 614 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1987 Toyota Century | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Century |
Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |