1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 212 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zodiac | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
