1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 42 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 17 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Zodiac | 146 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |