2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II, 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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (136 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 1957 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio II | Consul |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |