1957 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 53 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1218 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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, both vehicles can yield 124 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Citi |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |