1958 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima 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, 2007 Kia Optima, 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, 2007 Kia Optima (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Consul | Optima |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
