1954 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 255 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Golf |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
