1959 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 286 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 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 1999 Toyota Camry 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. 1999 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |