1956 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1076 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 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
