1957 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
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 Ducato, 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 Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato 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 Ducato | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Consul | Ducato |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1701 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |