2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
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, 2009 Fiat Panda, 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1958 Ford Consul | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Consul |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |