1988 Austin Montego vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 29 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, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 36 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, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 1988 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Montego | Consul |
| Year Released | 1988 | 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 | 134 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
