1957 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 49 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 605 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Consul | Elantra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
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 | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |