1959 Ford Consul vs. 1982 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1982 Nissan Stanza is newer by 23 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 209 kg more than 1982 Nissan Stanza.
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, 1982 Nissan Stanza, 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, 1982 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1982 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Stanza |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |