1956 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2004 Holden Rodeo is newer by 48 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Rodeo (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Consul | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |