1957 Ford Consul vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 251 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |