1956 Ford Consul vs. 1985 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Gemini is newer by 29 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 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Gemini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Gemini (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Gemini should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 26 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Gemini.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Isuzu Gemini (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Gemini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1985 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Consul | Gemini |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1816 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |