1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1997 Saab 900
To start off, 1997 Saab 900 is newer by 41 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, 1997 Saab 900 (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Saab 900 weights approximately 123 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, 1997 Saab 900, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Saab 900. (178 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 1997 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Zodiac | 900 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
