2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1953 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta (95 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1953 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 966 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
