1963 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 48 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), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 813 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, 2011 Fiat Croma, 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Consul | Croma |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
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 | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |