1950 Ford Consul vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 52 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 695 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 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
