1951 Ford Consul vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1989 Holden Apollo is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Apollo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Apollo (118 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Apollo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Holden Apollo, 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, 1989 Holden Apollo (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Apollo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Consul | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
