1957 Ford Consul vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 32 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 189 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |