1957 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 54 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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, 2011 Fiat 500, 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Consul | 500 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |