1962 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 48 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 336 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, 2010 Peugeot 1007, 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, 2010 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2010 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
