1957 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 19 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Polo, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Polo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 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 | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |