1956 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 194 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia, 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 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Consul | Octavia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |