1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1958 Ford Zodiac is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Zodiac (76 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 267 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1200 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |