2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 50 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 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 119 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 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 | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
