1951 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 48 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, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Consul weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
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, 1999 Honda Insight, 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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 1999 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Insight |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |