1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1950 Ford Consul
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 88 kg more than 1950 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 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 1950 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1950 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Consul |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
