1986 Ford Fiesta vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1986 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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, 1986 Ford Fiesta (75 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 289 kg more than 1986 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fiesta | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Consul |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
