1952 Ford Consul vs. 1997 Honda Legend
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 45 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 625 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.
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, 1997 Honda Legend, 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 1997 Honda Legend 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. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1997 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Legend |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
