1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 36 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 36 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 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Feroza | Consul |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 128 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
