1956 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 44 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, 2000 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 129 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, 2000 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2000 Ford Mondeo (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2000 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
