1962 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 38 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), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 514 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Consul | Sonata |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |