1956 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 43 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 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 | 976 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |