1952 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 55 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 945 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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Civic |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
