2005 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 50 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios, 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Terios | 1955 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Consul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 1105 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
