1999 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 43 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 311 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 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
