1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 50 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
