1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 31 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (129 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 33 | Consul |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |