1959 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 51 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 306 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Consul | GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |