1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 104 kg more 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, 2004 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Zodiac | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |