2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 154 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 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 (260 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 128 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
