1951 Ford Consul vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Consul weights approximately 433 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Consul | Europa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
