1954 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 52 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
