1959 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 50 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 88 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, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |