1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 55 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 336 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Zodiac | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
