1963 Ford Consul vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 93 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
