1959 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 580 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Consul | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1669 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
