1956 Ford Consul vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 16 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, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 189 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
