1952 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 50 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 527 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2002 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Consul | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
