1956 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 47 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 276 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Avensis |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |