1956 Ford Consul vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 44 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 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
