1956 Ford Consul vs. 1966 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1966 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 152 kg more than 1966 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Fulvia. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1966 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 934 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
