2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 9 kg more than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1957 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Xsara | 1957 Ford Consul | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Consul |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |