1952 Ford Consul vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1958 Trabant P 50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ford Consul (40 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 395 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Consul | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 18 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2030 mm |
