1959 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 511 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 Peugeot 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Consul | 407 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |