1956 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 53 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (208 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
