1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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 Fiat Uno (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Uno | Consul |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |