1962 Ford Consul vs. 1997 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 568 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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia, 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, 1997 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 1997 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Consul | Marcia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |