1985 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 405 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Citroen CX, 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 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Consul |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |