1963 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 516 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 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Consul | Altima |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
