1951 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 55 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), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 443 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 1951 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 1951 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | 6 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 119 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |