1959 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Consul | Thesis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |