1959 Ford Consul vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Opel Kadett is newer by 28 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, 1987 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul.
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, 1987 Opel Kadett, 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, 1987 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Consul | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
