1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 254 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra, 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Zodiac | Astra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
