1954 Ford Consul vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1975 Simca 1100 is newer by 21 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1100 (44 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 165 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100.
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, 1975 Simca 1100, 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, 1954 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Consul | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
