1951 Ford Consul vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 51 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 55 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, 2002 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 2002 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Consul | TF |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |