1962 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 42 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 538 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |