1959 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 49 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2008 Ford Fiesta 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. 2008 Ford Fiesta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
