1957 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 46 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 134 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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, 2003 Toyota Echo, 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, 2003 Toyota Echo (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2003 Toyota Echo 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. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Echo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
