1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 57 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 836 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, 2013 Ford Flex, 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Zodiac | Flex |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2994 mm |
