1963 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 45 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Aura (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul.
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, 2008 Saturn Aura, 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul. 2008 Saturn Aura has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Aura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Consul | Aura |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |