1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1996 Audi RS2 is newer by 37 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 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 515 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 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi RS2 | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | RS2 | Consul |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |