1951 Ford Consul vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 29 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, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Consul weights approximately 230 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
