1963 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 36 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 228 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, 1999 Ford Puma, 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, 1999 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1999 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Puma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
