1956 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 54 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S3 weights approximately 366 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 2010 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Consul | S3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
