1958 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 54 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 150 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, 2012 Opel Corsa, 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 (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Consul | Corsa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |