1959 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 641 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 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Consul | Outlander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |