1958 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 39 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira.
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 Holden Camira, 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 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul. 1988 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1988 Holden Camira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Consul | Camira |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |