1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1956 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
