2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 49 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2004 Fiat Panda, 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1955 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Consul |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |