1957 Ford Consul vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 25 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, 1982 Renault 11 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 219 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
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, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1957 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | 11 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
