1957 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 361 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 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
