1963 Ford Consul vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 29 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 92 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205.
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, 1992 Peugeot 205, 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 205 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
