1959 Ford Consul vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Consul | Lancer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |