1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 25 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 151 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1979 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, 1954 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1954 Ford Consul | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Alfasud | Consul |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |