1956 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira 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, 2011 Opel Zafira, 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, 2011 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Consul | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
