1953 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 58 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 150 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, 2011 Dacia Duster, 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Consul | Duster |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |
