1959 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 223 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Volkswagen Citi, 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 Volkswagen Citi (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Citi |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1595 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |