1952 Ford Consul vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1952 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | 929 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
