1954 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 47 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Consul | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
