1957 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (162 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 911 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 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 71 L |
