1958 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Megane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
