1952 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 42 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 200 (66 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover 200 (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Consul | 200 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
