1954 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 53 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1055 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Consul | Quantum |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3120 mm |