1956 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa, 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Consul | Corsa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |