1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 52 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 82 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Zodiac | Getz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
