1959 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 53 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic 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, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Consul | Sonic |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |