1966 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Polo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1895 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
