1956 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Getz is newer by 49 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 901 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, 2005 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Getz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
