1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 414 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1956 Ford Consul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Consul |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |