1955 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
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 Shuttle, 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 Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |