1953 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 59 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 406 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, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | i30 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
