1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1962 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 707 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 500 | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |