1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 33 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 208 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 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Consul |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 128 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
