2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 173 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 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Consul |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
