1955 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul.
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 Smart ForFour, 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 Smart ForFour (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Ford | Smart |
Model | Consul | ForFour |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |