1955 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 51 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 641 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Consul | Thesis |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |