1956 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Volkswagen Lupo (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 104 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 Volkswagen Lupo (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Lupo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |