2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 52 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | Consul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
