1954 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500 (68 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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 Fiat 500, 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 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Consul | 500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 68 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |