1957 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 370 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 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 Vauxhall Signum, 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 Vauxhall Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Consul | Signum |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |