1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 25 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 212 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
