2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 44 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1956 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Zodiac |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |