1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 53 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Zodiac | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
