1958 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 Renault Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan.
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 Renault Logan, 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, 2012 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Logan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
