1950 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 59 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 985 kg more than 1950 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Consul | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
