1954 Ford Consul vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 49 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 885 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 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
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1954 Ford Consul | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Consul | Musso |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |