1956 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 46 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 214 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 2002 Mahindra CL 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, 2002 Mahindra CL 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, 2002 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mahindra |
| Model | Consul | CL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
