1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 50 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zodiac | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
