1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 54 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 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zodiac | Citi |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
