1962 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 516 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |