1955 Ford Consul vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 17 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, 1972 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 1972 Holden Torana | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Consul | Torana |
Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |