1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Zodiac | Defender |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |