1953 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 475 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Renault Safrane, 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Consul | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Consul | Safrane |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |