1958 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 48 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 627 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 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
