1955 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 50 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 525 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Consul | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
