1957 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa is newer by 50 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.
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, 2007 Nissan Versa, 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, 2007 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Versa |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |