1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 48 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 402 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zodiac | Life |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |