1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 35 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 269 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1994 Ford Fiesta, 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 (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Consul |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
