1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 55 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, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 172 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, 2012 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2012 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Zodiac | Caliber |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |