1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1952 Ford Consul
To start off, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1952 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
