1959 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 90 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino, 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 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Consul | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1248 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 |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |