1959 Ford Consul vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 155 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Consul | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
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 | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |