1952 Ford Consul vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
