1957 Ford Consul vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 39 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 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (148 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Perdana weights approximately 220 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, 1996 Proton Perdana, 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, 1996 Proton Perdana (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 1996 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Consul | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
