1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 47 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 201 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, 2003 Opel Meriva, 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zodiac | Meriva |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |