1956 Ford Zodiac vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster 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 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Veloster weights approximately 63 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 Hyundai Veloster, 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 Hyundai Veloster (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Veloster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Zodiac | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Zodiac | Veloster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
