1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna is newer by 47 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna 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, 2006 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2006 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zodiac | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Sienna |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |