1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 264 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 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 Volvo C30, 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Zodiac | C30 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |
