1958 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Atos is newer by 50 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, 2008 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2008 Hyundai Atos, 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos. 2008 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Atos |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
