1957 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 26 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 194 kg more than 1983 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 1983 Renault 11 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | 11 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 895 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 |