1955 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 58 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Cube weights approximately 249 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, 2013 Nissan Cube, 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, 2013 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Cube |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |