1966 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Consul | Milan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
