1962 Ford Consul vs. 1997 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Pony 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 48 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 Pony, 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 Pony (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Pony 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 Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Pony |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
