1954 Ford Consul vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1968 Rover 2000 is newer by 14 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 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 285 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.
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, 1968 Rover 2000 (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Consul | 2000 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 142 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |