1959 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul.
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 Peugeot 408, 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 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Consul | 408 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |