1958 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 46 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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 150 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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Consul | Astra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
