1964 Ford Consul vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 413 kg more than 1964 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Consul | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Corolla |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |