1958 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2006 Opel Tigra 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Tigra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul.
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, 2006 Opel Tigra, 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, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Consul | Tigra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1364 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 | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |