1955 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 56 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 104 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, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Versa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2601 mm |
