1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Consul |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
