1962 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 312 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Consul | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |