1956 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Consul | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |