1970 Datsun 1200 vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 1970 Datsun 1200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 1200 (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 1200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Datsun 1200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 1200. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 1200 | 1955 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Datsun | Ford |
| Model | 1200 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
