1958 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 49 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 775 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 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
