2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1959 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 1959 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 (145 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Aveo | Consul |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |