1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1999 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 42 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, 1999 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 216 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Parati, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1999 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zodiac | Parati |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
