1958 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 45 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 611 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 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Consul | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
