1958 Ford Consul vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 1987 TVR Type S is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1987 TVR Type S | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Consul | Type S |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |