1955 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara 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 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 121 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara.
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 Lada Samara, 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, 1955 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Consul | Samara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
