1956 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 55 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 166 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Consul | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 150 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 Weight | 1089 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
