1956 Ford Consul vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 23 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, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
