1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 45 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 1955 Ford Consul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Consul |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |