1952 Ford Consul vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 15 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (100 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 75 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1952 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 1952 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Consul | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Consul | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |