1955 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2010 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 55 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2010 Proton Gen-2 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Consul | Gen-2 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |