1963 Ford Consul vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Consul | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
