1956 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 66 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, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Consul | Aveo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3919 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1679 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2479 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |