1950 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 54 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 1,506 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Agila (57 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Consul weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Opel Agila.
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, 2004 Opel Agila, 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, 1950 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Consul | 2004 Opel Agila | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Consul | Agila |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1506 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |