1952 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 58 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 414 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2010 Honda Accord 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. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Consul | Accord |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2799 mm |
