1957 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 80 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
