1954 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 45 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 620 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, 1999 Opel Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Consul | Omega |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
