1959 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 57 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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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, 1999 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Consul | Astra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
