1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 32 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1955 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1955 Ford Consul | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Consul |
Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |