1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1963 Ford Consul
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 72 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1997 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Vivace | 1963 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Vivace | Consul |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 65.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |