1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 329 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Consul |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
