1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 808 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
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 Kia Picanto, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Zodiac | Picanto |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |