1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 39 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 153 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.
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, 1995 Nissan Maxima, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Zodiac | Maxima |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |