2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 46 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 653 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 1962 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2008 Fiat Bravo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Bravo | Consul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
