1956 Ford Consul vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 45 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Consul | Korando |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |