1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma 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 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Consul (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 15 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul.
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 Fiat Croma, 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, both vehicles can yield 127 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Consul |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
