1959 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 35 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 341 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.
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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 1994 Hyundai Marcia has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Hyundai Marcia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
