1956 Ford Consul vs. 1995 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 39 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon (78 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 186 kg more than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
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, 1995 Lancia Ypsilon, 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, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon. (114 Nm). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1995 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
