1953 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 56 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 3 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 1953 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Consul | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Consul | Jazz |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |