2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Consul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |
