1951 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 55 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (110 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul.
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, 2006 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Accent |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
