1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 40 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 42 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
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, 1996 Seat Toledo, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Zodiac | Toledo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |