1977 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 14 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Delta. (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Delta | 1956 Ford Consul | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Delta | Consul |
Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |