1957 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 41 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), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 103 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, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1998 Ford Focus (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Focus |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
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 | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |