1964 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 40 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 25 weights approximately 304 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, 2004 Rover 25, 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, 2004 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Consul | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Consul | 25 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
