1955 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is newer by 46 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 weights approximately 860 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 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 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, 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 2001 Mitsubishi RPM 7000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | RPM 7000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
