1958 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 440 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Consul | Zafira |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |