1951 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 60 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Consul weights approximately 174 kg more than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
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, 2011 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1951 Ford Consul (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2011 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Consul | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 995 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 | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
