1957 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 206 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 206 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 177 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1998 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 206 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
