1988 Citroen AX vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 32 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, 1988 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 336 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
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, 1988 Citroen AX, 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 (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Consul |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
