1959 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 671 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2184 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1760 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |