1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1953 Ford Consul
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (84 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 174 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1953 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Alfasud | Consul |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
