1957 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 48 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 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 128 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
