1953 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (311 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 600 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vauxhall Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Consul | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Consul | Omega |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 311 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |