1958 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 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 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Consul | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
