1963 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 50 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 798 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 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Consul | A4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2808 mm |
