1962 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 43 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 240 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Accent |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
