1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 117 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Zodiac | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zodiac | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
