1955 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Honda Integra
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 36 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Integra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Consul 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 1955 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra, 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, 1991 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 1991 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 1991 Honda Integra | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Integra |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |