1959 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan 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 Renault Logan (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan.
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 Renault Logan, 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 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2009 Renault Logan | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | Logan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |