2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
