1962 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 268 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
