1958 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 241 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul. 2009 Toyota Yaris 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. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
