1952 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 55 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Consul | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | Drifter |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |