1959 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 46 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 792 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 863 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2005 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Lotec |
Model | Consul | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |