1951 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 56 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 335 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
