1959 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 43 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi TT weights approximately 191 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, 2002 Audi TT, 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, 2002 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2002 Audi TT 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. 2002 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2002 Audi TT | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Consul | TT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |