1959 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 395 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 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 Peugeot 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 407 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
