1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1957 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 24 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1957 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |