1977 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, 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, 1977 Audi 100 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
