1957 Ford Consul vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 40 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 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Nova (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova.
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, 1997 Holden Nova, 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, 1997 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 1997 Holden Nova 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. 1997 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Consul | Nova |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
