2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1950 Ford Consul
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 55 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 1,506 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (59 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 62 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1950 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1950 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Consul |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
