2009 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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 Audi A3, 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A3 | Consul |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |