1966 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 748 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 1966 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 1966 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Consul | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Sentra |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |