1958 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Shuma (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Shuma weights approximately 81 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 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 Kia Shuma, 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, 2008 Kia Shuma (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Consul | Shuma |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
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 | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |