1951 Ford Consul vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 44 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Consul weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 111 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
