1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1993 Fiat Tempra is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Tempra (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul.
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, 1993 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Consul |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
