1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 321 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Aerostar | 1956 Ford Consul | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Aerostar | Consul |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |