1959 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 48 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 715 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 84 L |