1962 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 21 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 305 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
