1955 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 749 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |