1962 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Camira (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Camira weights approximately 168 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, 1988 Holden Camira, 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, 1988 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Consul | Camira |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
