1958 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 44 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 616 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 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2002 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Consul | L 200 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |