1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 192 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Zodiac | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
