1959 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 461 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
