1958 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 53 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, 2011 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 294 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Spark, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Consul | Spark |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 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 | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |