1955 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 642 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 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Consul | Sportage |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |