1951 Ford Consul vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 65 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1988 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
