1953 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 206 (59 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 206, 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, 1953 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 206 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
