1957 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1988 Rover Vitesse is newer by 31 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 338 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Rover Vitesse, 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, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Consul | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 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 | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
