1962 Ford Consul vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 33 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 198 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
