1954 Ford Consul vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 22 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 1,588 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
