1957 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena 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 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena.
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 Proton Arena, 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, 1957 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2007 Proton Arena | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Consul | Arena |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |