1954 Ford Consul vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 42 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (201 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 480 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.
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, 1996 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1996 Lancia Kappa (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Consul | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
