2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 208 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Sedici | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
