1953 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 54 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 940 kg more than 1953 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Consul | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Element |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |