1956 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 52 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 785 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 2008 Isuzu I-350 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Consul | I-350 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
