2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 52 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 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 307 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. 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, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Palio | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
