2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1952 Ford Consul
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 51 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 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Move, 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, 1952 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Move. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1952 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Move | Consul |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
