1952 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 57 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (69 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 875 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 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Consul | Safari |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
