1955 Ford Consul vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
