1956 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 284 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, 2004 Peugeot 406, 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 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 2004 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 406 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
