1956 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Consul | Freelander |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |