2000 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 573 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Magnus, 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, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Magnus | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Magnus | Consul |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
