1959 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 39 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (76 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Satellite should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Satellite 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.
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, 1998 Hyundai Satellite, 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, 1998 Hyundai Satellite (161 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1998 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Consul | Satellite |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |