2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 47 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Consul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
