1963 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 35 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 628 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Consul | Magna |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |