1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto.
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, 1996 Fiat Punto, 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, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Punto | Consul |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |