1963 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 42 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 603 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2005 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
