1963 Ford Consul vs. 1986 Audi 4000
To start off, 1986 Audi 4000 is newer by 23 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul.
Because 1986 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul. 1986 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1986 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Consul | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
