1954 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul.
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 Tata Indigo, 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 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Consul | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
