1963 Ford Consul vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 26 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 136 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |