1956 Ford Consul vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 281 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, 1993 Renault Safrane, 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
