2004 Fiat Palio vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 46 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, 2004 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio.
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, 2004 Fiat Palio, 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 (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Palio | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Palio | Consul |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |