1954 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 58 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, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 452 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, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti, 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, 2012 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2012 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Consul | Lacetti |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 95 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |