1962 Ford Consul vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 1965 MG MGC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Consul | MGC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
