1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 48 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 293 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Altima |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
