1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 41 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 104 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Consul |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
