1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 51 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, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Zodiac | Satria |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
