1963 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Linea is newer by 47 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Linea weights approximately 303 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, 2010 Fiat Linea, 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, 2010 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2010 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Consul | Linea |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
