1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 438 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Zodiac | Clio |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |