1959 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 45 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
