1950 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 49 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Consul weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Consul | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | MR2 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1506 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |