1963 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 40 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, 2003 Vauxhall Agila (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Agila should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Agila weights approximately 133 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, 2003 Vauxhall Agila, 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, 1963 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2003 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Consul | Agila |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
