1959 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Renault Twingo 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Twingo (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo.
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 Renault Twingo, 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
