2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
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 Matiz, 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, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Matiz | Consul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 128 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
