1962 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Corolla 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1991 Toyota Corolla (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1991 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
