1951 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 61 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (87 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 10 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, 2012 Dacia Logan, 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Consul | Logan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 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 | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
