1998 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 40 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul.
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, 1998 Audi A6, 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, 1998 Audi A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
