1966 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Consul | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
