1958 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 149 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, 2011 Kia Forte, 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, 2011 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Consul | Forte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4300 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
