1950 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 59 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul.
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, 2009 Mazda 5, 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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul. 2009 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | 5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
