1954 Ford Consul vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Mazda 616 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Consul | 616 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |