1957 Ford Consul vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 42 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 810 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 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Consul | Musso |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
