1955 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 45 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 55 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, 2000 Kia Shuma, 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Consul | Shuma |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |