1979 Citroen CX vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 301 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Consul |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
