1990 Audi 200 vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 1990 Audi 200 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200, 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 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
