1959 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Skoda L 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, 1959 Ford Consul (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 264 kg more than 1983 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1983 Skoda L | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Consul | L |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |