1959 Ford Consul vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 33 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 390 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
