1956 Ford Consul vs. 1981 Seat 127
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 is newer by 25 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, 1956 Ford Consul (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 381 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Seat 127, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1981 Seat 127 | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Consul | 127 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |