1963 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 638 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
