1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 51 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, 2009 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Zodiac | i10 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |