1955 Ford Consul vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 956 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Consul | Kyron |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |