1957 Ford Consul vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Consul | Musso |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
