1953 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 51 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), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Consul | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Consul | G34 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1050 mm |