1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 27 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe.
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, 1985 Audi Coupe, 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi Coupe | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Consul |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |