1958 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 36 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, 1994 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 14 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
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, 1994 Rover 200, 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, 1994 Rover 200 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1994 Rover 200 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Consul | 200 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |