1957 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 56 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa, 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Versa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
