1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 45 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
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, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Zodiac | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
