1954 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore 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 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
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 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 1954 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2011 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Consul | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
