1958 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 232 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Volkswagen Citi, 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 (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Citi |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |