1959 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 48 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1075 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 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2007 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Consul | Terracan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |