1959 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra is newer by 24 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, 1983 Nissan Micra (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 389 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra.
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, 1983 Nissan Micra, 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 (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Micra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |