1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Maestro | Consul |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |