1959 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 52 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia 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 34 kg more than 2011 Dacia 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, 2011 Dacia 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, 2011 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Consul | Logan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1055 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 |