2003 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 45 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, 2003 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2003 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Lanos | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Lanos | Consul |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
