1953 Ford Consul vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Beta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
