1954 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 34 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva.
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, 1988 Ford Festiva, 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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Consul | Festiva |
Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2300 mm |