1958 Ford Consul vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Zastava Yugo (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo, 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, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Consul | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
