1954 Ford Consul vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 18 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (94 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 91 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana.
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, 1972 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Consul | Torana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
