1954 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 54 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (114 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 317 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, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Focus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
