1963 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 887 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Consul | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1669 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
