1955 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 331 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI, 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | GTI |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
