1955 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 44 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, 1999 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Move.
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, 1999 Daihatsu Move, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Move. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Move. 1999 Daihatsu Move 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. 1999 Daihatsu Move will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 1999 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Consul | Move |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
