1958 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 107 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 Peugeot 107 (54 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 299 kg more than 2011 Peugeot 107.
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 Peugeot 107, 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 Peugeot 107 (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2011 Peugeot 107 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Consul | 107 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |