1956 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 61 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 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
