1958 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 30 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, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul.
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, 1988 Acura Integra, 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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Consul | Integra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 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 Length | 4380 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
