1956 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 50 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 106 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Consul | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
