1956 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 27 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 211 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Delta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
