1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace 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, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 382 kg more than 1981 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vivace, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Vivace | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
