1957 Ford Consul vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 45 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 411 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2002 GAZ 3111 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. 2002 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Consul | 3111 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |