1963 Ford Consul vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 658 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2004 MG XPower | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Consul | XPower |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
