1956 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307.
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, 2004 Peugeot 307, 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Consul | 307 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |