1950 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (109 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul.
Because 1950 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 1950 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, 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, 1998 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Consul | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Consul | 400 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1506 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |