1952 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 207 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 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Civic |
Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1800 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 | 173 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 | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |