1957 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 Mitsubishi Colt (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Colt |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
