1959 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia.
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 Renault Thalia, 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2010 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | Thalia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2473 mm |