2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 47 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 36 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3, 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C3 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
