1951 Ford Consul vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 28 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (88 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Consul weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Because 1951 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 1951 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta, 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Delta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
