1956 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 286 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, 1999 Holden Vectra, 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 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Consul | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
