1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf, 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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Zodiac | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
