1963 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 49 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, 2012 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 114 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, 2012 Hyundai i10, 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, 2012 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | i10 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| 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 | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
