1955 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 53 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), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 430 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, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 2008 Honda Stream 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. 2008 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2008 Honda Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Stream |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |