1959 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2002 Proton Saloon 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Proton Saloon.
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 Proton Saloon, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2002 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Consul | Saloon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |