1954 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 56 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 74 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Consul | Accent |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
