1954 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 57 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 292 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, 2011 Citroen C4, 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Consul | C4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
