2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 470 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 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1955 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Consul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
