1962 Ford Consul vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 1980 Renault 14 is newer by 18 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 14 (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Consul weights approximately 17 kg more than 1980 Renault 14.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault 14, 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, 1962 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | 14 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
