1991 Citroen XM vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1991 Citroen XM is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 191 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Citroen XM, 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, 1991 Citroen XM (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen XM | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Consul |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |