1952 Ford Consul vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 34 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (90 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
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, 1986 Ford Orion, 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, 1986 Ford Orion (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 1986 Ford Orion has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Orion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Orion |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
