2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 55 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1954 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Terios | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
