1956 Ford Consul vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 37 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 214 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 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 405 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
