1966 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 42 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 758 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, 2008 Nissan Altima, 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Consul | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Consul | Altima |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1181 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |