1951 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 54 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (63 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 148 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Polo |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |