1952 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (112 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 836 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 Hyundai Trajet, 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 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
