1956 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 56 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, 2012 Audi A1 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 49 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
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, 2012 Audi A1, 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, 2012 Audi A1 (250 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Consul | A1 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |