1955 Ford Consul vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 42 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
