1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 56 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, 2012 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 137 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo.
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, 2012 Renault Twingo, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Zodiac | Twingo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |