1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Zodiac | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
