1954 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 55 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 505 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 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Forester |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2616 mm |
