1958 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 51 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 418 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Consul | Sonata |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |