1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 22 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 96 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Taft | Consul |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
