1952 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 58 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Consul | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
