1959 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 41 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 186 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, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Puma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
