1958 Ford Consul vs. 1993 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 35 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, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 104 kg more than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe.
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, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe, 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, 1993 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 1993 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
