1957 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE is newer by 44 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 420 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2001 Holden UTE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Consul | UTE |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |