1957 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 55 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 576 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Consul | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
