1951 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 49 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP) has 803 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 35 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 889 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Ford | Lotec |
Model | Consul | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 843 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1150 mm |