1995 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 39 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 297 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 1995 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Rocky | Consul |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
