1953 Ford Consul vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 250 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | Familia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
