1954 Ford Consul vs. 1990 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1990 Venturi Coupe is newer by 36 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Coupe (197 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 210 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, 1990 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 1990 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Consul | Coupe |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |