2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1953 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 40 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1953 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Grande Punto | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
