1951 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 43 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Delta (74 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Delta weights approximately 75 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Delta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
