1963 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 44 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 588 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, 2007 Volvo V50, 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Consul | V50 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
