1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 204 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Consul |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 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 | 885 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
