1954 Ford Consul vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1954 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 91 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
