1955 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 57 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 185 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, 2012 Opel Astra, 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, 2012 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Consul | Astra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |