1950 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 60 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 190 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 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Consul | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1506 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
