1955 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 607 is newer by 47 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 405 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, 2002 Peugeot 607, 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, 2002 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 2002 Peugeot 607 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. 2002 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2002 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Consul | 607 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |