1957 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 43 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 590 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
