1958 Ford Consul vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 38 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Consul | Lantra |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |