1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1952 Ford Consul
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 79 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1952 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Consul |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
